Unlike some puzzle games that require arbitrary, seemingly random solutions (Lego, I’m looking at you), ‘The Walking Dead’ excels at giving you just the right hints. If that sounds difficult to you, it’s really not. Breaking into an abandoned house or rescuing survivors might require a specific set of tools be used in a certain order. These challenges aren’t presented as meta-games, but instead as authentic problems to be faced by the protagonists. The five episodes are absolutely jam-packed with puzzles, but not in a way that sacrifices the seamless narrative of the game. The description of the series as a “choose-your-own-adventure” places extreme emphasis on the word ‘adventure.’ When you’re not making dramatic, life-or-death decisions, you’ll be spending the time exploring the game’s world and solving smaller challenges. Yet, there’s much more than just making simple choices. Fans of Quantic Dream’s excellent title ‘Heavy Rain’ should feel right at home with this type of gameplay. Overall, it’s still just a series of multiple-choice queries, but it works damn well for the story and subject matter.Īs I’ve described thus far, ‘The Walking Dead’ is less of a game, and more of an interactive film. Even subtle, nonchalant conversations can change the way that characters perceive you. This is a great way to see the complexity of the narrative system that Telltale has created. One clever feature notifies you of every choice you make, intentional or otherwise. All in all, these five ‘episodes’ perfectly capture the tone and aesthetic of the comics, ultimately providing an unparalleled narrative experience. Telltale has single-handedly changed the way people will perceive interactive storytelling for years to come. When it comes to player experience, this serialized approach breaks boundaries in the realms of writing, communication, and level design. ![]() They’ve crafted an episodic series that manages to be engrossing, heartfelt, and most importantly: fun. The studio, while previously known for its mediocre, licensed work (CSI, Back To The Future) has finally done something remarkable. ![]() Yet, with all the press, there’s still a fundamental question to be answered: what’s so good about the new Walking Dead game series? It’s just a tie-in, right? How can a licensed, downloadable title be anything more than a cash cow?Īs it turns out, Telltale Games had an answer. Ever since winning Spike TV’s 2012 Game Of The Year award, Telltale Games has been topping yearly ‘best of’ lists like crazy.
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